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Big Bear Automotive
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“If you looking for a shop that offers quality products at a great price along with the work done by knowledgeable professionals, then I highly recommend this shop.”
Best Car AC Repair in Salinas, CA
24 specialists listed · 5 in Salinas · 7 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Auto Smog
“It took me about 15 minutes to get the smog out of my car.”
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Felipe's Automotive
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“I took in my Mercedes Benz to get a diagnostic since my ac went completely out he determined what was the issue and resolved it even stayed extra to get it done !”
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Reyes Automotive
“I took my car in to prep it for smog and Gus was able to get it up and running in no time.”
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General Auto Repair
“Great member service, excellent car service.”
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San Benito Tire Pros & Automotive
“I have been taking all my cars to San Benito Tire for 15 years, and they always live up to expectations, plus it is nice to have a mechanic you can trust.”
Listed for drivers in and around Salinas, CA, these 24 shops list air conditioning work. What each one says about leak testing, recharging and which refrigerant it handles comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Salinas, CA
Of the 24 specialists we list here, 5 are in Salinas itself and 19 come from towns including Seaside (7, 13 mi), Marina (2, 9 mi) and Pacific Grove (2, 16 mi). The specialists on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 2,884 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these specialists on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), quality (84%) and value (71%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the specialists on this page are "diagnosis", "communication" and "estimates". 7 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the specialists on this page list most often on their websites are engine repair (3), preventative maintenance (3), brake repair (2), oil change (2) and steering & suspension (2). 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 7 websites of the specialists on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 4 offer financing; 5 are family- or locally-owned and 6 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the specialists on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the specialist before you visit.
Can I book air conditioning work online with shops listed for Salinas?
5 of the 24 shops on this page take bookings online. Book the diagnosis rather than the recharge. If you buy a recharge off a menu and the system has a leak, you have paid for refrigerant that will be gone before the season ends.
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Wayside Garage
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- Diagnostic
“I left my 2002 SLK Mercedes' for maintenance and repairs, and it now drives like it's brand new, I highly recommend this shop for whatever your vehicle needs are, and, yes, the repair EV's too.”
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Sullivan's Auto Service & Tire Pros
“They even gave me a ride home when the car had to be left overnight for service, and then picked me up and brought me to the shop when my car was ready.”
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Lavender Brothers Automotive
- Brakes
- Vehicle
- Running
“After looking at the product they were honest and determined the product was not of a good quality, not made to fit my year model and would not be safe to install.”
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Toms All Automotive LLC
- Checks
- Truck
- Morning
“It's worth a few extra bucks to not have the corporate lube outfit across the street swap out your engine oil with transmission fluid, which actually happened to my father in law 😂😂😥”
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Aaliyah's Auto Repair
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- Job
- Wifi
“Everyone was closed, it was late, I got a flat, and not only did they have my size tire, they put the tire on the rim so quick, and it didn't break my pockets....”
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Automotive Service Center
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- Happy
“This place solved a mystery on my car that's been causing me problems for more than a year and that at least 4 other shops and mechanics couldn't figure out!”
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Carmel Valley Garage
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“Jeffrey was a very through and a pleasure to do business with.”
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Just Andy
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- Trip
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“I dropped the bus off Thursday night and by Friday afternoon he was done replacing the fuel injector seals, adjusting the timing, and doing a few other tune-up related tasks.”
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CAR Specialists Inc
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“Chico helped me find and replace my battery in under an hour.”
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Jam Auto
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“But Jam ALWAYS finds the problem, lets their customers know what's going on the entire process, and I especially can guarantee theyre very consistent at getting the job done THE RIGHT WAY, with no shortcuts.”
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Aiello Automotive Repair
“Over the past several years, he's actually saved me money over dealership costs and had kept my vehicles running great even though they're getting up there in both years and mileage.”
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M & M Auto Performance
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“They're friendly and were always welcomed to help me build my go kart, they added a kill switch so I won't have to reach to the back of the seat to turn off the engine.”
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Santa Cruz Tire and Auto Care
“They advocated for me, calling the dealership back home showing proof that they hadn't greased parts appropriately, having a shop that I felt was on my side is something I won't forget.”
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Matteson's Auto Repair
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- Driving
“I bring my old beat up Jeep and Minivan here, which must be thankless to work on but they do a great job, super easy to get appointment, almost always finish the same day.”
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Soledad Truck & Auto Repair
“The smog check for my car was fast and efficient and affordable!”
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Chuy's Auto & Diesel Repair Inc
- Transmission
- Fair
- Service
“We took in one of our service vans for a batterie swap which was enshrouded by the engine air intake and other components that the manufacture made hard for us to swap out.”
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Toyota Honda Nissan Experts
“But not only was he super friendly, he was extremely thorough and even gave advice regarding car purchasing that I hadn't considered.”
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Scotts Valley Transmission & Auto Care
- Mechanic
- Team
- Diesel
“Brad not only reassured me they would do everything they could to figure out exactly what needed to be done but would also be mindful of the need for me to have a vehicle back in a timely manner.”
Auto A/C & Heating Services in Salinas, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$181
Maximum cost
$3132
National Average
$422
$181
$964
Typical price range is based on 280 cost profiles
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